Attorney with litigation

AppleOne; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer M

Unlimited PTO

Gym membership

Cell phone service

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Orlando is seeking an Associate Attorney with civil litigation experience for a direct hire opportunity. This role targets a motivated, detail-oriented attorney with 3 to 5 years of civil litigation experience to manage liability matters, prepare cases for resolution or trial, and work directly with clients.

You will join a collaborative in-office culture with seasoned staff and partners.

Qualifications

• Manage civil litigation matters involving civil liability defense.
• Prepare cases for hearings, mediation, arbitration, settlement, or trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, legal memoranda, and client reports.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, evaluate, and defend civil liability matters from initial case assessment through resolution.
• Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and support discovery strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, reports, and other litigation‑related documents.
• Argue hearings and assist with preparing cases for mediation, arbitration, settlement, or trial.
• Communicate regularly with clients, provide case updates, and prepare clear reporting materials.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff while managing deadlines and case priorities.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Client communication

Case management

Job description

Job Summary

A downtown Orlando legal services practice is seeking an Associate Attorney with civil litigation experience for a direct hire opportunity. This Attorney with litigation role is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented litigation attorney with 3 to 5 years of experience who is ready to manage civil liability matters, prepare cases for resolution or trial, and work directly with clients. This opportunity offers meaningful case responsibility, close access to partners and senior attorneys, and a collaborative in-office culture supported by experienced paralegals and legal staff. Attorneys can expect a stable, team-oriented environment with supportive leadership, strong professional mentorship, and a long‑term path to continue developing litigation, client service, and trial preparation skills within a respected legal practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate, evaluate, and defend civil liability matters from initial case assessment through resolution.
• Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and support discovery strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, reports, and other litigation‑related documents.
• Argue hearings and assist with preparing cases for mediation, arbitration, settlement, or trial.
• Communicate regularly with clients, provide case updates, and prepare clear reporting materials.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff while managing deadlines and case priorities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $120,000 to $150,000 per year.
• Direct hire opportunity.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Gym membership.
• Cell phone service.
• In‑office work environment preferred Monday through Friday.
• Remote work may be allowed under certain circumstances.
• Travel is required.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Manage civil litigation matters involving civil liability defense.
• Prepare cases for hearings, mediation, arbitration, settlement, or trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, legal memoranda, and client reports.
• Communicate directly with clients and internal legal teams regarding case strategy and status.
• 3 to 5 years of civil litigation experience.
• Active attorney licensure appropriate for practicing in Florida.
• Experience taking or defending depositions and managing discovery.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and case evaluation skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize multiple matters, and work independently.
• Professional communication skills with clients, attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
• Detail‑oriented, motivated, and comfortable working in a collaborative legal environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with civil defense or civil liability matters.
• Experience preparing cases for mediation, arbitration, settlement, or trial.
• Prior experience working in a law firm environment with direct client reporting responsibilities.

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